SHOW GOATS

Although Boer goats raised specifically for show purposes may seem to have little in common with pastured commercial goats, the difference is superficial. Boer goats are bred to be larger than normal goats and meet specific visual appearances. Boer goats were originally imported into the US and other countries for this very reason.

Show goats are bred to represent the most desirable characteristics of the Boer goat, and their main purpose is to introduce these animals to the public. It is also a method of recognizing the best of the best. Though Boer goats are bred to be shown, they also are used as pets and they can make very good pets.